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Prof. Dirk Lebiedz is a full professor at the Institute of Numerical Mathematics, University of Ulm, specializing in optimal control, mathematical modeling, and dynamical systems. He holds a PhD in Physical Chemistry and dual Diplom degrees in Chemistry and Mathematics from the University of Münster. His career includes habilitations in Physical Chemistry (Heidelberg), Bioinformatics (Freiburg), and Mathematics (Freiburg). He has led research groups focusing on model reduction in multi-scale systems, with applications in combustion chemistry, biological signaling, and medical treatment optimization.
Education:
- 1998: Diplom in Chemistry (Münster)
- 2002: Diplom in Mathematics (Münster)
- 2001: PhD in Physical Chemistry (Münster)
- 2007: Habilitation in Physical Chemistry (Heidelberg)
- 2010: Habilitation in Mathematics (Freiburg)
Research Interests: Prof. Lebiedz’s work spans optimal control theory, nonlinear dynamics, and computational methods for complex systems. He develops geometric and differential geometric approaches to model reduction, focusing on slow invariant manifolds in chemical and biological systems. His research also explores interdisciplinary applications in medicine, ecology, and music theory, such as mathematically modeling circadian rhythms and linking mathematical principles to philosophical and artistic concepts.
Recent Work Trends: His recent publications emphasize holomorphic dynamical systems, invariant manifold analysis, and applications of differential geometry. He investigates complex-time systems and their connections to fundamental mathematical problems like the Riemann Hypothesis. His articles often bridge pure mathematics with applied fields like combustion engineering and biomedical modeling.
Awards & Recognition: He has held visiting professorships at Heidelberg University and secured multiple habilitations across disciplines, reflecting his interdisciplinary impact.
Labs/Teams: Leads the Institute of Numerical Mathematics at Ulm, focusing on computational methods for multi-scale systems. Collaborates with the Center for Integrative Biological Signaling Studies (Freiburg) and the SFB 1391 (Tübingen).
